“The Center” is the Best Investment Bank in Kuwait 2026
Kuwait Financial Centre (Markaz) announced that it has won the “Best Investment Bank in Kuwait” award at the 2026 Euromoney Awards for Excellence, one of the most prominent global award programs in the banking and financial services sector. The awards honor financial institutions that demonstrate outstanding performance in innovation, customer service, deal execution, and market leadership. Winners are selected through a comprehensive evaluation process that considers institutional performance, market activity, client outcomes, and the ability to deliver effective financial solutions in a dynamic operating environment.
This achievement underscores Markaz’s position as one of Kuwait’s leading financial institutions and highlights its active role in supporting the continuous development of Kuwait’s capital markets. It also affirms the institution’s strength in investment banking services, particularly in structuring and executing complex transactions across equity and debt markets, including initial public offerings, listings, capital structure and restructuring advisory, exit services, and mergers and acquisitions advisory. These capabilities enable clients to achieve their long-term objectives.
The recognition comes as Kuwait’s capital markets continue to evolve, driven by regulatory reforms, increasing investor participation, and rising demand for investment banking and advanced corporate advisory solutions. Amid this development, Markaz continues to play a pivotal role by supporting companies, institutions, and family businesses, and executing strategic transactions that deepen Kuwait’s financial ecosystem and facilitate access to capital through comprehensive advisory solutions.
This award marks the eighteenth time Markaz has been honored by Euromoney, bringing its total accolades from prestigious regional and global institutions and platforms to nearly 100. The continuity of these recognitions reflects Markaz’s institutional approach, which is centered on delivering customized, value-creating financial solutions grounded in a deep understanding of clients’ needs and strategic goals.
Commenting on the occasion, Ahmed Fuad Al-Fahad, Managing Director of Investment Banking at Markaz, said, “Since its establishment more than 50 years ago, Markaz has been committed to fostering innovation in Kuwait’s financial sector. This recognition reflects the trust our clients place in us, particularly in a market characterized by rapid changes that require strategic advice, innovative solutions, and strong execution capabilities—pillars that our team embodies in everything we deliver.”
Al-Fahad extended his sincere appreciation to the team members for their dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit, noting that all these factors played a fundamental role in achieving this accomplishment.
He added that Markaz will continue its commitment to helping clients realize their strategic ambitions through innovative solutions that elevate industry standards and support the growth of Kuwait’s capital markets.
